Jetpack Comics is Downtown Business of the Year

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Posted Feb. 14, 2013 at 3:15 AM

Posted Feb. 14, 2013 at 3:15 AM

ROCHESTER — Rochester Main Street volunteers, Investment Partners, Downtown Businesses and City Officials gathered at The Governor’s Inn on Wednesday, Feb. 6 to celebrate six years of work in revitalization efforts in downtown Rochester and bestow the Annual Downtown Awards. Guests enjoyed refreshments, socializing and entertainment prior to the official program. The evening was sponsored by Frisbie Hospital and featured entertainment by Bill Cormier of “Just By Chance”.

After a warm welcome from Board President Heather Tacconi, executive director Michael Provost presented a brief recap of 2012 before the awards ceremony. Downtown Awards were then presented by Chair Tacconi with the assistance of Vice Chair David Meulenbroek in the following categories: Community Partner - Rochester Police Department, Best New Sign - United Insurance/Foss & Came, Keeping Up Appearances - artstream studios & gallery, Golden Hammer Award - Stephen Brown Law Offices, Outstanding Volunteer - Dennis Ottino of First City Promotional Services, and Outstanding Board Member — Jeffrey Bisson.

Business of the Year

As always, the highlight of the evening was the announcement of the 2012 Downtown Business of the Year which went to Jetpack Comics, owned by Ralph DiBernardo. The evening concluded with door prizes and more socializing. Special thanks also go out to Heath Smith of HRS Computer Services who provided technical assistance for the evening.

Rochester Main Street is always looking for volunteers and assistance in the downtown revitalization efforts. If you are interested in helping out then please contact the Rochester Main Street office at (603) 330-3208 or email director@rochestermainstreet.org.